Can a number be given to the actual savings if the design is green?
John reiterated that the savings is very variable, but certainly much higher if the Leeds planning is part of the initial process. • John described the city of Chicago’s building codes as environmentally based. He said that if one complied with these codes, then the building would fulfill the baseline LEEDs certification. He said the state is trying to enact similar codes. Evanston currently doesn’t have very strict building codes concerning the environment. • The LEEDs process for Platinum is 52 points. Jack and Sharon said the LEEDs certification is currently an evolving process. • How did CNT make decisions, based on economics or design? Economics drove their whole process. • John suggested that points must be prioritized: • Outline what points make sense. • Get cost estimates of all options. • Look at the effect the item will have on the whole picture. Come up with cost savings. • What will excite our group? Not only the savings but the better quality, the effect on the environment
